August weather forecast
Mabel, FL

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Mabel, Florida, with an average temperature fluctuating between 90.5°F (32.5°C) and 75.6°F (24.2°C).

Temperature

August, recording an average high temperature of 90.5°F (32.5°C) and a low temperature of 75.6°F (24.2°C), is Mabel's warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a burning hot 114.8°F (46°C). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mabel, in August, it is raining for 27.4 days, with typically 6.14" (156mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mabel, Florida, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 37.28" (947mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of August, in Mabel, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:50 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mabel. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.